Justice March: Uttarakhand Congress Launches 'Nyay Yatra' to Shake State Government
Congress leaders lead the Uttarakhand Nyay Yatra to protest recruitment scams, inflation, and demand justice for Ankita Bhandari.
In a massive show of strength and defiance, the Uttarakhand Congress party has kicked off the Uttarakhand Nyay Yatra, turning the streets of Doiwala into a hub of political protest. Starting from the Doiwala block headquarters on October 30, 2026, the march is carving a path through various routes toward Rishikesh, signaling a fierce challenge to the current state administration.
Heavyweights Lead the Charge
The Yatra is not just a local protest but a high-profile mobilization led by the party's most influential figures. Former Chief Minister Harish Rawat, state president Ganesh Godiyal, and senior MLA Pritam Singh—who also serves as the election campaign committee chairman—were at the forefront of the march.
Joining them in this crusade were several key leaders, including:
- State Vice President Vijay Saraswat
- Former MLA Jot Singh Gunsola
- Former Minister Shurveer Sajwan
- Doiwala City Congress President Kartar Negi
- Block Congress President Mahendra Swaroop Bhatt
Accompanied by a sea of party workers, these leaders aimed to amplify the grievances of the common citizen through a combination of a protest march and a large-scale public meeting.
The Battle for Ankita Bhandari’s Justice
A central pillar of the protest was the demand for justice in the Ankita Bhandari murder case. The Congress leadership used the platform to demand strict and immediate punishment for the perpetrators, framing the case as a symbol of the state's failure to protect its citizens.
"The Congress is fighting for justice for Ankita Bhandari from the streets to the legislative assembly," asserted state president Ganesh Godiyal, emphasizing that the fight reflects the collective sentiments of every resident of Uttarakhand.
Targeting 'Misgovernance' and Recruitment Scams
Beyond the murder case, the Nyay Yatra served as a scathing critique of the state government's economic and administrative policies. The party highlighted a grim picture of the state's current affairs, focusing on several key issues:
The Youth and Employment Crisis
Former minister Shurveer Sajwan delivered a stinging attack on the administration, alleging that rampant recruitment scams have "pushed the youth into darkness." The party claims that these scandals have jeopardized the future of the state's young generation, leaving them disillusioned and unemployed.
Economic Strain and Corruption
The leaders pointed toward skyrocketing inflation and widespread corruption as evidence of a government that has lost touch with the people. Ganesh Godiyal noted that farmers and common citizens now feel a deep sense of betrayal by the current administration.
A Call for Regime Change
As the Yatra progressed, the rhetoric shifted toward the upcoming political landscape. Former Chief Minister Harish Rawat made it clear that the Congress would not compromise on the state's identity or its natural resources, claiming that the public is now primed for a change in leadership.
Adding to this, Pritam Singh slammed the government's law and order situation and its "anti-people" policies. He expressed confidence that the current BJP government's exit from power is now certain.
With the march moving toward Rishikesh, the Uttarakhand Congress has signaled that this is only the beginning of a prolonged struggle against alleged misgovernance, pledging to continue their fight until justice is served and the administration is held accountable.